Local Attractions
Restaurants
- 2 Tarts Bakery
- Adobe Cafe
- Alpine Haus Restaurant
- The Birdhouse
- Buttermilk Cafe
- Clear Springs Restaurant
- Cooper’s Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que
- Double Schott’s Sports Bar & Grill
- Downtown Social
- Dos Rios Mexican Bar & Grill
- Fork & Spoon
- Freiheit Country Store
- Gristmill River Restaurant & Bar
- The Gruene Door
- Huisache Grill and Wine Bar
- Krause’s Café & Biergarten
- Longhorn Steakhouse
- McAdoo’s Seafood Company
- Muck & Fuss Craft Beer and Burger Bar
- Myron’s Prime Steak House
- Naegelin’s Bakery
- Pat’s Place
- Roost
- Cowboys & Cadillacs
- Lost & Found Rooftop Bar
Shopping Malls and Outlets
- The Forum at Olympia Parkway: Situated in Selma, northeast of San Antonio, this open-air shopping center offers a range of retail stores and dining options.
- New Braunfels Town Center at Creekside: A mixed-use development featuring a movie theater, various retailers, and restaurantsl 161 Creekside Way, New Braunfels, TX 78130
- North Star Mall: Located approximately 30 miles southwest of New Braunfels, North Star Mall is an internationally acclaimed shopping destination featuring over 200 specialty stores and restaurants.
- Round Rock Premium Outlets: Located just north of Austin in Round Rock, this outlet mall features 125 stores offering a variety of brands.
- San Marcos Premium Outlets: Located in San Marcos, this is Texas’ largest outlet destination, featuring over 145 designer and name-brand stores, including Gucci, Prada, and Nike.
- The Shops at La Cantera: An award-winning open-air shopping center located in San Antonio, offering a variety of high-end retailers and dining choices.
- Tanger Outlets San Marcos: Adjacent to the Premium Outlets, Tanger offers a variety of brand-name stores such as Old Navy, H&M, and Disney.
Attractions
- Comal and Guadalupe Rivers: Popular spots for tubing, kayaking, and fishing.
- Gruene Historic District: Explore historic buildings, shop for antiques, and enjoy live music at Gruene Hall, Texas’ oldest dance hall.
- Landa Park: A scenic park offering paddle boating, miniature golf, picnic areas, and a miniature train ride
- McKenna Children’s Museum: A family-friendly attraction offering interactive exhibits designed to stimulate learning and creativity in children.
- New Braunfels Farmers Market: Held every Saturday from 9 AM to 1 PM in downtown New Braunfels, this market features over 60 local vendors offering fresh produce, artisanal foods, and handmade crafts. It’s a great way to experience the local community and cuisine.
- Schlitterbahn Waterpark: A renowned waterpark featuring numerous slides, pools, and river rides.
- Gruene Market Days: On the third full weekend of each month, the Gruene Historic District hosts market days with numerous vendors selling handmade items, antiques, and collectibles. It’s an excellent opportunity to find unique souvenirs and gifts.
- Animal World and Snake Farm Zoo: This zoo provides an up-close experience with a variety of animals, including exotic species and reptiles.
Airports
- Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS): About 50 miles north of New Braunfels, providing a wider range of domestic and international flights.
- San Antonio International Airport (SAT): Approximately 30 miles south of New Braunfels, offering domestic and limited international flights.